When Life Gives You Scraps, Make a Quilt

You’ve probably heard this phrase if you’re a quilter: “if life gives you scraps, make a quilt”. And if you’re a quilter you get the meaning, but seriously, that pile (and bags, and totes, and boxes) of scraps can become an ever-increasing, constantly growing mountain...

Quilting Up a Blessing

Quilts are a blessing to give and receive. They give comfort, warmth, security and a feeling of being loved. Giving a quilt is not only a blessing of love and warmth to the recipient; it brings joy to the giver as well. Thus, the gift of a quilt is a double blessing....

Plan a Sewing Getaway

I believe there is no greater fun and satisfaction for a dedicated quilter than to spend time at a sewing getaway. To be among like-minded sewists who “get it” is invigorating, challenging and very fulfilling. Our quilting souls need the company of other quilters! But...

How to Complete Your Quilts Quicker

I’m about to reveal to you a proven secret on how to complete your quilt projects quicker. The end result will bring happiness to you to see those beautiful finished quilts displayed in your home, or smiles to others when they receive one of your quilts as a gift. I...

Quilt Retreat Productivity Tips

Check out our list of quilt retreat productivity tips to make sure that you get the most out of your quilting trip!   Having your projects cut out when you come to a quilt retreat is probably the number one productivity tip I can give you. The cutting out process...